jumping

noun
UK /ˈdʒʌmpɪŋ/
US /ˈdʒʌmpɪŋ/

The act of pushing yourself up into the air with your legs.

The children were jumping on the trampoline.


OTHER MEANINGS

2. Moving quickly or suddenly with a start.

She was jumping at every loud noise.

3. A sport or activity that involves jumping over obstacles.

He won a medal in show jumping.

4. Increasing suddenly and sharply.

Prices are jumping because of the shortage.